Beijing, May 21 (Youth.cn) - On May 20, 2025, the Zhaoming Terrace Square in Xiangyang City, Hubei Province, became the vibrant center of the city's Founding Day celebrations, where dazzling light shows and cultural performances drew crowds of residents and tourists to experience the ancient city's renewed nocturnal charm.

In recent years, Xiangcheng District has strategically leveraged the annual City Founding Day celebrations to cultivate its distinctive "8:30 PM Xiangcheng" nighttime economy brand. Through enriching nocturnal tourism, shopping, entertainment, dining, and accommodation offerings, the district has pioneered immersive cultural tourism experiences. These innovations - from themed night markets to augmented reality historical walks - have redefined urban nightlife patterns, crafting a fresh paradigm for cultural tourism development. Photo/CFP